In my daily conversations with candidates, a recurring topic is whether they should utilize the services of a professional recruiter or apply directly online to the company’s website. What are the advantages of engaging a recruiter if they can just apply directly? After listening to their concerns and getting a better understanding of their circumstances,[…]
It is 3pm and you’re asking yourself, “Where did the day go?” You’ve only gotten halfway through your task list, and you’re wondering how this is possible when you carefully prepared your daily goals. Everything had been planned and prioritized, yet something has robbed valuable hours of your day. A Salary.com survey showed that 60%[…]
In the process of planning your next Strategic Career Move, the value of Interview Preparation can never be taken lightly. Too often I find myself explaining to candidates the importance of being fully prepared for an interview. This preparation is paramount to your success, no matter what the position or level may be. On the[…]
The time to start building a list of professional references is far before you start interviewing for your next strategic career move. One of the biggest mistakes candidates make is failing to understand how incredibly important references are to the hiring process. When preparing candidates for the interview, I inform them of the significance of[…]
Most of us associate the term “brand” with companies or sports figures which market their products or personas. The billions of dollars that are invested each year into building and maintaining these brands demonstrates the importance of branding. As an individual, you have a brand as well. There are 3 components to your personal brand[…]
A recurring topic that I discuss with candidates on a daily basis is the pros and cons of making a planned strategic career move. Will this hinder or help their career in the long run? There is a big difference between being a “job hopper” and making strategic career moves. A “job hopper” has made[…]
One of the things that I discuss with candidates as we start the process of planning their next Strategic Career Move is the importance of being proactive. Don’t wait to start your job search until you are in a situation where you must find a new position. You are a much stronger candidate while you are[…]
It can be an exciting and anxious time when considering relocating for your next Strategic Career Move. When having these conversations with candidates I always counsel them to consider the five tips below to make sure they are making an informed decision. 1 – Location: Cost of living can differ significantly by geographic location. We have[…]
You’ve just finished an interview for a job you really want. Now what? Here are 4 action items to make sure you take care once the interview is done. Follow up with your recruiter: I always make sure to get a commitment from my candidates to follow up with me right after their interviews. This[…]
Chances are you’re going to spend most of your workday dealing with emails. If your goal is to be more productive, writing a simpler and clearer email is a step in the right direction. With most professionals now receiving more than 100 emails daily, your recipients have just a few seconds to decide whether your[…]
